Semaphore

Europe / France / St. Tropez

This unique and contemporary house overlooks the Mediterranean Sea is located in the heart of the private estate at Cap Benat, the Hyères area.

up to 8
Bedrooms
up to 16
Guests
8
Bathrooms
from 7
Min. Nights

Overview

Semaphore is a gorgeous villa that has been built on three levels and ingeniously integrated into the hillside with an unobstructed view over the Sea. This large and modern property of 1,200 sqm of living space with eight air-conditioned en-suite bedrooms, large stone terrace, infinity swimming pool is perfect to host 16 guests.

A small harbor for private mooring, tennis courts and private beaches within the domain. It is a 45-minute drive to Saint Tropez. There is also a small beach nearby, specially arranged, where all the children and nannies meet at the bottom of the hill.

Included Services

  • Breakfast service included
  • A chef is mandatory for all reservations. Chef is included at base rate but as prices vary depending on the time of year and Chef experience, additional cost may apply - Please confirm at time of booking (Guests also need to have cash on hand to advance payment for grocery)
  • Housekeeping: 8 h/day, 7 days/week
  • Final Cleaning
  • Linen and towels provided - changed every 4 days
  • Pool towels provided - changed on request
  • Toiletries provided - replenished mid week
  • Onsite Concierge service
  • Welcome basket with champagne and fruits
  • English Meet & Greet
  • English house manual

Amenities

8 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms

Sleeps 16 Guests

  • Dryer
  • Home cinema
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Nespresso Machine
  • Blenders
  • Piano
  • Safe
  • Satellite TV
  • Stereo
  • DVD
  • iPod Docking Station

Details

Bedroom Details

Bedroom 1 (Entrance Level): Large king size bed (200 cm), A/C, satellite TV, DVD, safe, telephone, dressing room, office (with printer and fax), two en-suite bathrooms: one with a large tiled shower, Jacuzzi-like bathtub, washbasin and WC; the other with Italian shower, washbasin, WC, sea view; and direct access to the pool
Bedroom 2 (Lower Level): Double round bed, A/C, safe, large dressing room, small desk, en-suite bathroom (bathtub, washbasin, and WC), overlooking the pool waterfall and sea
Bedroom 3 (Lower Level): Two single beds (90 cm x 2) or one double (king size bed - 180 cm), A/C, safe, small desk, en-suite bathroom (large shower, washbasin, and WC), sea view and direct access to the garden
Bedroom 4 (Lower Level): Two single beds (90 cm x 2) or one double (king size bed - 180 cm), A/C, safe, small desk, en-suite bathroom (large shower, washbasin, and WC), sea view and direct access to the garden
Bedroom 5 (Lower Level): Two single beds (90 cm x 2) or one double (king size bed - 180 cm), A/C, safe, small desk, en-suite bathroom (large shower, washbasin, and WC), sea view and direct access to the garden.
Bedroom 6 (Lower Level): Two single beds (90 cm x 2) or one double (king size bed - 180 cm), A/C, safe, small desk, en-suite bathroom (bathtub, washbasin, and WC), sea view and direct access to the garden.
Bedroom 7 (Lower Level 2): Double round bed, A/C, safe, large dressing room, small desk, en-suite bathroom (large shower, bathtub, washbasin and WC), overlooking the pool waterfall and sea, and direct access to the garden
Bedroom 8 (Lower Level 2): Familial room - king size bed (180 cm) or 2 single beds (90 cm x 2), an extra single bed, A/C, TV, DVD, small desk, en-suite bathroom (bathtub, washbasin, and WC), sea view and direct access to the garden. This room is ideal for parents with a baby / infant

Bathroom Details

Hair dryer in every bathroom

Pool Details

Heated infinity swimming pool 16 m x 4.5 m with a shallow end 15 m x 4 m then cascades that fall below the pool
Pool heating is additional

Staff and Services

Breakfast service included
A chef is mandatory for all reservations. Chef is included at base rate but as prices vary depending on the time of year and Chef experience, additional cost may apply - Please confirm at time of booking (Guests also need to have cash on hand to advance payment for grocery)
Housekeeping: 8 h/day, 7 days/week
Final Cleaning
Linen and towels provided - changed every 4 days
Pool towels provided - changed on request
Toiletries provided - replenished mid week
Onsite Concierge service
Welcome basket with champagne and fruits
English Meet & Greet
English house manual

Staff and Services (at Additional Cost)

Additional mandatory Chef costs - depending on the year and Chef
Accommodation for the Chef if Guests are occupying all Bedrooms of the Property
Cash on hand to advance payment for grocery
Additional Housekeeping hours
Personal laundry service

Location Details

Marseille: 2 hour drive
Nice: 2 hour drive
St Tropez: 45 minute drive/90 minute boat ride
Hyeres Airport: 30 minute drive
Le Lavandou (all shops, nice restaurants): 15 minute drive

Villa Notes

Please note the chef lives at the back of the villa
Please note: This property is stunning but not suitable for guests with children under 10 years old. Guests with children should be aware that the villa is on a slope with many rocks
In addition, since the pool is not fenced it will be asked to guests to sign a waiver at their arrival.
Parking available for up to 4 cars in a small driveway; cars will have to be lined up and not parked next to each other
Boats : The nearest marinas are La Faviere and Lavandou about 20 minutes from the villa
Maximum number of guests: 16
All extras are payable in cash on the spot


Rates and Availability


Security Deposit Details

€10,000 pre-collected


Accidental Damage Waiver
A $199 Accidental Damage Waiver applies to every reservation.
Minimum Stay Details

1 Week.  Minimum night stay may vary by villa. Please contact a villa specialist to confirm.


Location

Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our villa rental specialists.